William Carey Nichols, Sr.

William Carey Nichols, Sr., age 81, died on March 21, 2016, at the William F. Green Veteran’s Home in Bay Minette, AL.

Mr. Nichols is survived by his wife, Doris, of Foley, AL; his son, Nick Nichols (Cindy LaPorte), of Tallassee, AL; his daughter Lynn Jordan (Mike Jordan), of Gulf Shores, AL and grandchildren Beth Godwin (John Huddleston) and Will Nichols. His sister, Marie Woods, and brothers, Fred and Hayward, also survive him. His brother, Stewart, and parents, Vera and James Curtis Nichols preceded him in death.

Carey was born on August 24, 1934 in Perry County Alabama. He was the service manager for Marion Motor Sales, member of the Marion Volunteer Fire Department, Alabama Cattleman and retired Colonel with the Alabama National Guard. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and “piddling” around the farm.

A graveside service is scheduled for 11 am on March 26, 2016 at Pine Crest Memorial Garden. The family would like to thank the staff of South Baldwin Regional Medical Center and the William F. Green Veteran’s Home. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the William F. Green Veterans Home, 300 Faulkner Drive, Bay Minette, AL 36507.

Kirk Funeral Homes Marion Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

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